Juan Portela-Arraiza
Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)
Torre Médica Dr. Pedro Blanco Lugo Suite 352 Manatí PR, 00674About
Dr. Juan Portela-Arraiza is an otolaryngologist, also known as ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor, practicing in Manatí, Puerto Rico. Dr. Portela-Arraiza specializes in diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat as well as other parts of the head and neck. His main clinical interests are diseases and disorders of the nose and the paranasal sinuses. 95% of his practice is devoted to patients with chronic sinusitis, nasal obstruction, nasal bleeding, decreased sense of smell, and tumors of the nose and the paranasal sinuses.
Education and Training
University of Puerto Rico MD 1996
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Chief Resident Otolaryngology University of Puerto Rico 2001 - 2002
- Rhinology Instructor Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center 2002 - 2003
- Assistant Professor University of Puerto Rico 2003 - Present
Professional Memberships
- Puerto Rico Otorhinolaryngology Society
- American Rhinologic Society
- American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy
- American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Yadiel Alexis Alameda - rios M.D.CARR 2, KM 47.7 MANATI PR 00674
- Dr. Juan C Portela MDTORRE MEDICA DR. PEDRO BLANCO LUGO MANATI PR 00674